Can you put coals on the lid, like you can with some Lodge models?
30998
Yes. I've done it many times. Make sure you get one of those lid-lifters though so you don't pour ash or coals into the pot.
30999
Shouldn't be a problem. Lid fits with good seal so no coals or ash should spill inside.
31000
Yes, this dutch oven is specifically designed with a tall lip to cup the coals on top of the lid to allow for baking. This has worked great for me in making cobbler and biscuits.
31001
Never heard of coals on the lid, sorry. It makes a great chili over an open pit BBQ. We hang it over a pit in the winter out back and make stews, chili's and pot luck. Makes for a fun time especially in a snow storm!
1700618
The large area (smoker area) does not have a grate to hold coals. It would be quite easy to add. I only use mine for smoking. I made a few mods and it works great. Would be happy to detail the mods if you would like.
1823467
Yes but the legged ones are better because you can put coals on top to regulate heat.It takes practice with this one to cook on coals. You need to raise it above the coals for best results.I use mine at home more than camping so for me this one works better.
795102
It could I believe. One side is charcoal and you could put pellets or some other smoker type fuel on that side and close lid. Temp would be controlled by vents on lid.
1823469
You should not put it directly on the coals. You can use it on a barbeque of fire, but it should by hung over it.
2034529
yes, but you would have to remove the reservoir and move one of the grates and place it on the charcoal holder. It would be awkward, but it can be done.
1823473
Ys this can be put directly on the coals of a fire. The dutch ovens with legs and flat, rimmed tops are made specifically for use in fire pits. Remember to cook in the coals and place some of the coals on top, that what the rim is for. This model will work if you have a couple of bricks in the fire to give it stability.
208962
I've only used it on a micro camp stove but I can't see why you couldn't use it over coals.
869222
Yes you can use charcoal. We used a combo of a few briquettes and a few small pieces of hickory or Apple wood.
500012
yes essentially you just want to pile your coals, however many you decide to use, in one spot on the grill and just cook over that. Because the grill is bigger using it as an oven (like indirect cooking) efficiently would require more coals to maintain the same results. But for direct cooking methods just use the amount of coals you need and cook directly over that. You do not need to fill the entire kettle.
703442
No. There isn't any mechanism to change the level of the coals or the grill top. After using the grill a few times you will have a pretty good feel for it.
2157818
I guess u could, it's cast iron but I suggest you go to the lodge site and ask them.
1400545
Yes, provided you don't have a permanent resting grill on the top of the lid.
126178
You can raise and lower the tray that holds the coals. Thereby moving the coals closer or father from the grate.
34178
I've never placed it on coals before, but you should be able to. It would make the bottom black, but it shouldn't affect functionality.
873341
You are correct, the only way to add coals is through the top. However, I have never had a need to do this because of the insulation. Even in cold weather I have done cooks of 12 or more hours without any problems.
1111403
Not really -- just put all the coals in one section of the grill. You'd probably want to do this even when cooking for a larger group -- make a banked fire. You can do your grilling directly over the coals in order to get a good char on steaks and burgers, and use the side away from the coals for cooking at a lower temperature (for thick cuts) and furthest away as a warming area until serving.